2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2480 mm |
